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🇬🇷 Greece – North Dodecanese Islands

Yoga • Hiking • Sailing

8 Days / 7 Nights

Windmills and Crusader castles.
Secluded bays and quiet fishing villages.
Experience the contrasts of the Northern Dodecanese up close — where myth, history and turquoise waters meet.

🌊 An Archipelago of Character

The Northern Dodecanese islands lie in the southern Aegean Sea — a region known for its powerful landscapes, spiritual heritage and authentic island life.

Each island has its own personality:

• Kalymnos – Famous for its sponge divers and dramatic cliffs.
• Patmos – A pilgrimage island with historic monasteries and breathtaking hiking paths.
• Lipsi – Peaceful, traditional and still home to local fishermen.
• Leros – Known for picturesque bays, windmills and Knights Hospitaller castles.
• Kos – Rich in culture, history and lively Mediterranean flair.

Together they create a mosaic of myth and reality.

🛥️ Sailing Between History & Horizon

Sail from island to island on a traditional yacht, anchoring in quiet coves far from mass tourism.

Swim in crystal-clear water.
Wander through whitewashed villages.
Explore medieval castles and ancient ruins.

Each day reveals a new contrast — rugged cliffs and soft sandy bays, silence and vibrant harbor life.

🧘 Yoga & Hiking at Sea

This 8-day journey blends:

• Daily yoga sessions at sunrise and sunset
• Scenic hikes along historic island trails
• Cultural discoveries
• Swimming and snorkeling stops
• Deep relaxation under open skies

Movement meets stillness.
Adventure meets serenity.

✨ A Mythical World

The Northern Dodecanese is a place where:

The sun paints golden light across stone villages.
The wind turns ancient windmills.
The sea carries stories of centuries past.

A world rich in history and culture — yet alive, vibrant and authentic.

Join us for a yoga, hiking and sailing experience that unites body, mind and myth —
in the magical islands of the Aegean. 🌊

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🌊 INDIVIDUAL BOOKING

Would you like to join one of our YogaCruising journeys as an individual traveler?

Please click the button below to visit our Individual Booking Page, where you will find:

• All available tours
• Travel dates
• Current prices
• Detailed program information

Choose the route that resonates with you and secure your place on board.

In addition to individual bookings, we also offer private group charters and customized retreats.

If you are interested in organizing a retreat for your own group, please continue reading below for more information about our Group Booking options.

We look forward to welcoming you on board. 🌊

🌊 GROUP BOOKING

Would you like to charter an entire yacht for your own group — with or without a yoga teacher?

You can reserve one of our YogaCruising boats in Turkey or Greece by visiting our Group Booking Page (please click the button below).

🛥️ Private Yacht Charter

• Flexible travel dates available
• Traditional wooden gulets
• Professional crew included (captain, cook & sailor)
• Fresh vegetarian Mediterranean catering
• Customized route planning
• Airport transfers upon request

You focus on your students and your program —
we take care of the yacht and all logistics.

🌴 Bali Group Retreat Option

Group bookings are also possible at our partner property:
PT BALI Yogacruise Touristic – Partner Yoga Resort

Ideal for land-based retreats in a tropical setting.

Visit our Group Booking Page to request availability and receive a personalized offer.

We look forward to creating your next retreat together. 🌊

General Information: CLICK HERE

🇬🇷 Greece – Most Popular Dodecanese Islands

Exclusive Group YogaCruise Retreat

8 Days / 7 Nights

📍 Location

Sail through the most beautiful islands of the Greek Dodecanese in the southern Aegean Sea — a region known for crystal waters, whitewashed villages and deep spiritual heritage.

👥 Group Retreat

Designed for:
• Yoga teachers
• Studio owners
• Retreat leaders
• Group organizers

Charter a YogaCruising yacht exclusively for your own group retreat.

Minimum group size: 12 participants

🛥️ Accommodation

• Bodrum-style traditional wooden gulet
• 25–50 meters in length
• 8–12 cabins
• Each cabin with private toilet
• Professional crew on board (captain, cook & sailor)

Your floating yoga retreat center — spacious, authentic and comfortable.

🧘 Daily Yoga Practice

• 2 yoga sessions per day
• 70–90 minutes each (morning & evening)
• Practice in secluded bays — on board or on land
• Yoga mats provided

🛬 Travel & Embarkation

Embarkation: Saturday until 19:00
Return to harbor: Friday at 19:00
Disembarkation: Saturday at 09:00

Nearest Airports:
• Kos
• Bodrum

✨ Highlights of Your Yoga Cruise

• Picturesque harbor towns
• Magical Patmos
• The island of Leros with its charming mountain villages
• Visit to the historic windmills of Leros
• Stunning sunsets and sunrises at sea
• Yoga, meditation & optional massages under blue skies
• High-quality Turkish & Mediterranean cuisine
• Optional sleeping on deck under the stars (bring sleeping bag)
• Snorkeling & water activities

🌅 Daily YogaCruising Program

07:00 Herbal tea or hot water with ginger/lemon & sea view
07:30 – 09:00 Morning yoga session
09:30 – 10:30 Rich Mediterranean brunch
11:00 – 17:00 Sailing, swimming, fruit lunch, relaxation & excursions
18:00 Evening yoga session (seasonal adjustments)
19:30 Evening swim
20:00 Dinner together on board
22:00 Relax under the starry sky
Optional: Sleep on deck beneath the night sky

(Times are indicative and may vary depending on season and route.)

🌊 Your Private Greek Island Retreat

Between windmills and turquoise bays,
create a powerful group experience in one of Greece’s most inspiring sailing regions.

Charter the yacht.
Gather your community.
Sail into presence.

🇬🇷 ITINERARY – YOGA & SAILING TRIP

North Dodecanese Islands

8 Days / 7 Nights – Example Route
Two yoga sessions daily (morning & evening).

🛥️ Day 1 – Arrival in Bodrum

Arrival at Bodrum port.

Please book your flight to:
• Kos
• Bodrum

Check-in by 12:00 PM in Bodrum, welcome drink and trip briefing.
We cruise toward the island of Kalymnos and spend the first night in a quiet bay nearby.

🌅 Day 2 – Leros Island

Ayia Marina – Panteli Bay

Morning yoga on board. Breakfast during the crossing to Leros.

Arrival in Ayia Marina.
Hiking excursion to the medieval castle and the six windmills overlooking the town.

The impressive Crusader fortress (Kastro) with its 14th-century church dominates the skyline.
Evening yoga at the windmills or on board.
Dinner and overnight stay in Panteli Bay.

🌊 Day 3 – Lipsi Island

Morning yoga on board.
Cruise to the small fishing island of Lipsi.

Enjoy hidden coves, quiet beaches and optional hiking.
Evening yoga by the sea or on board.
Dinner and overnight stay in a tranquil bay.

🏛️ Day 4 – Patmos Island

Morning yoga on deck or by the sea.
Sail to Patmos.

In the harbor of Skala, explore the historic island known as a place of exile during Roman times. Visit the magnificent Monastery of Saint John the Theologian, founded in 1088 and still an important pilgrimage site.

Optional excursions:
• Bus tour to the monastery & grotto (€35)
• Hike to the ancient Acropolis
• Visit the Cave of St. Anne
• Walk to Panayia Koumna monastic cells

Evening yoga on board.
Dinner and overnight stay in Patmos harbor.

🌿 Day 5 – Leros for Relaxation

Cruise back to Leros, exploring quiet southern bays such as Kokali and Gourna.

Morning yoga on deck.
Evening yoga on land in a small chapel at sunset.
Dinner and overnight stay in a peaceful fishing bay.

⛵ Day 6 – Kalymnos

Morning yoga on land.
After breakfast, sail to Kalymnos, known for dramatic rock formations and sponge-diving heritage.

Anchor in Vahti Harbor.
Optional hike to a medieval Crusader castle near Chorio.

Evening yoga in a secluded cove.
Dinner and overnight stay in the bay.

🌇 Day 7 – Kos & Return to Bodrum

Morning: Final yoga session on board.

Cruise to Kos, anchoring near the fortress of the Knights of St. John.

Kos is the birthplace of Hippocrates and home to the famous Asclepion, one of antiquity’s most important healing centers.

Late evening return cruise to Bodrum.
Farewell dinner on board in a cozy atmosphere.
Overnight in a quiet bay.

🌊 Day 8 – Disembarkation

Breakfast on board.
Cruise to Bodrum harbor.

Disembarkation at 12:00

✨ A Journey of Contrast

This route combines:
• Medieval castles & windmills
• Spiritual pilgrimage sites
• Hidden coves & turquoise waters
• Daily yoga practice at sea
• Authentic island life

A week where myth, history and the Aegean breeze accompany your yoga journey. 🌊

 

  • 🛥️ ACCOMMODATION

    During your YogaCruise you will live on our traditional wooden yachts (Gulets), ranging from 25 to 45 meters in length with 2 or 3 masts.

    Spacious decks, warm wooden interiors and open sea views create a relaxed and authentic maritime atmosphere.

    👨‍✈️ Professional & Caring Crew

    On board you are accompanied by our experienced, friendly German- and English-speaking team:

    • Captain
    • Cook
    • Boatswain

    The crew ensures smooth sailing and attentive service throughout your journey.

    🍽️ Fresh Mediterranean Cuisine

    Our ship’s cook prepares a varied and nourishing breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, using fresh local ingredients from Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine.

    Meals are served in a relaxed setting with beautiful sea views.

    🛏️ Cabins

    Each cabin offers:

    • Comfortable double or twin beds
    • Small wardrobe
    • Private shower & toilet
    • Towels for cabin use

    Simple, comfortable and functional — ideal for restful nights after a day of sailing and yoga.

    ☀️ Deck Areas

    • Spacious sun deck with sunbeds for relaxation and yoga practice
    • Rear deck with a large dining table for shared meals

    Life on board flows between sea, sky and community — combining comfort with the freedom of sailing. 🌊

✅ Included Services

8 Days / 7 Nights on Board
Stay on the yacht from embarkation to return to harbor, including full crew:

• Captain
• Chef
• Sailor

🍽️ Vegetarian Half Board

• 7 × Mediterranean brunch / breakfast
• 5 × dinner on board
(2 dinners take place in a local taverna or restaurant – not included)

At lunchtime:
• Light snacks
• Fresh seasonal fruits

Throughout the day we serve:
• Fresh brewed tea
• Herbal tea
• Fresh ginger tea

🧘 Yoga Program

• Morning & evening yoga sessions (70–90 minutes)
• Practice on 5 days during the week
• First session: Sunday evening
• Final session: Friday morning

High-quality yoga equipment provided:
• Mats
• Blocks
• Belts
• Pillows
• Blankets

🛥️ Additional Included

• Yacht insurance
(We recommend arranging your own personal travel insurance.)

❌ Not Included Services

• Airport transfers
• Port dues, entrance tickets & local taxes
• Additional beverages (coffee, smoothies, fruit juices, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages)
• Crew gratuity (recommended approx. €100 per person)
• 2 dinners at local tavernas or restaurants
• Greek waters port & tax fee: €110 per person 

Everything is designed to offer a balanced week of yoga, sailing, island culture and Mediterranean hospitality. 🌊

🌿 OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

(Booking on board – prices per person)

Enhance your YogaCruise experience with inspiring island explorations and nature encounters.

• Patmos Island Excursion – €90 p.P
Discover the spiritual atmosphere of Patmos, including the historic Monastery of Saint John the Theologian and the charming whitewashed streets of Chora. A cultural highlight rich in history and panoramic views.

• Herbal Hiking on the Leros Islands – €40 p.P
Explore the natural beauty of Leros on a guided herbal walk to the Windmils and Castel. Learn about local Mediterranean herbs, traditional uses and enjoy scenic coastal views.

All excursions are optional and can be booked during the cruise (subject to availability and weather conditions).

A beautiful way to combine yoga, sailing and authentic island culture. 🌊

✈️ Arrival & Transfer

🛬 Flight Booking

Please book your flight to:

• Bodrum (BJV)
• Kos

Both destinations are easily accessible from all major European cities via scheduled and charter airlines.

Our yacht is located in Bodrum Harbour.

If you arrive in Kos, you can take a regular ferry from Kos to Bodrum.

🚐 Airport Transfer

If you book a transfer with us, our transfer staff will welcome you at the airport and bring you comfortably to the yacht in the harbor.

Please make sure to reserve your transfer in advance.

🌊 A Beautiful Beginning

Your journey begins along a scenic coastal landscape — the first gentle step into your week of relaxation at sea.

Dinner will be served on board, and your YogaCruise experience starts the moment you arrive.

Welcome on board.